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Crusader Heraldic Badge Bronze Holy Land Medieval Uncleaned Authentic
Description:
Medieval Crusader period bronze heraldic badge, likely 12th–13th century AD, Holy Land region. The piece is shield-shaped with expanded lobed lower terminals and a raised neck or suspension stem at the top, suggesting it was originally mounted, sewn, or affixed to a garment, harness, or equipment.
The surface remains heavily encrusted and uncleaned, preserving its original burial patina. No modern tooling or cleaning is visible. Underneath the surface deposits there may be faint heraldic detailing or inscriptional elements, though the current state keeps the design subdued. The overall form strongly suggests a heraldic or devotional badge associated with Crusader military or pilgrimage culture.
Badges of this type were worn to signify allegiance, order affiliation, or religious devotion. Similar finds have been recorded in Levantine Crusader contexts and European medieval sites connected to military orders.
Material: Bronze
Period: Crusader, circa 12th–13th century AD
Condition: As found, uncleaned, with heavy surface deposits. Structurally intact. No modern repairs. Authentic and guaranteed ancient.
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